The academic engine for entrepreneurs


The Conrad School is an immersive educational environment for entrepreneurs. Located within Canada's most innovative university, in a region ranked among the top startup ecosystems in the world, the Conrad School is the academic engine for entrepreneurship on campus, offering programs that are entrepreneurial by design.

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Enhance your undergraduate degree by joining Conrad Schools specialized programs, experiences, and courses.

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Commercialize your ideas and earn your Masters degree or complement your degree with graduate offerings.

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Tyler Cormier’s entrepreneurial journey began at home, where both of his parents ran their own businesses for over 30 years. Growing up in this environment, Tyler was inspired by the freedom, innovation, and problem-solving that entrepreneurship provided.  

During his undergraduate years, Tyler took courses at the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business, where he quickly realized that the program’s dynamic culture, innovative approach, and inspiring professors were aligned with his ambitions. This led him to pursue a Minor in Entrepreneurship alongside his Honours Sports Business degree and start his own business.

Eager to further hone his entrepreneurial skills, Tyler turned to the Master of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Technology (MBET) program. For him, MBET was the perfect opportunity to deepen his entrepreneurial mindset and gain hands-on experience. The program equipped him with the practical tools and strategic thinking required to navigate the challenges of starting and growing a business in today’s fast-paced, ever-changing world. 

Rashi’s decision to pursue the MBET program stemmed from her passion for innovation, technology, and social good. With a strong entrepreneurial lineage, Rashi had already gained valuable experience in leading Teknic Euchner—a company at the forefront of integrating Industry 4.0 technologies to optimize supply chains and drive automation. But her entrepreneurial aspirations also extended beyond the family business. Motivated by the challenges women in India face in accessing reliable healthcare, Rashi launched a startup aimed at improving women’s health outcomes through a tech-enabled platform. 

“Through my startup, I saw firsthand the challenges of scaling impact-driven solutions,” Rashi shared. “The MBET program stood out to me because of its strong focus on bridging business and technology, and the opportunity it offered to refine my business acumen while gaining access to mentorship.” 

Meet Eugenia Dadzie, an Entrepreneurial PhD Fellow and MBET student in the part-time Master of Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology program.

"Entrepreneurship wasn’t originally part of my plan, but as I immersed myself in Waterloo’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, the opportunity to start a company with colleagues emerged. It wasn’t a single defining moment that led me down this path but rather a series of doors opening, each offering new opportunities.

As a Black entrepreneur and academic, I place significant value on representation. Mentoring others who can relate to my journey is something I find deeply rewarding, and I take the responsibility to heart. I’m mindful of the added pressures that often come with being one of the few in a field, where the need to validate one's presence can feel constant. These challenges are real, and I’m interested in supporting others in navigating them, helping them recognize their worth and build confidence in their abilities."

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